Femtosecond Laser Flaps Produce Less LASIK-Associated Dry Eye vs. Microkeratome Produced Flaps
Patients who are interested in LASIK tend to ask about the chance of having dry eyes after surgery. Dry eyes are a typical symptom after LASIK Surgery but according to a study in the Journal of Cataract & Refractive Surgery, having “all laser LASIK” is the way to avoid dry eyes. This study looked at the difference between performing LASIK using a femtosecond laser…
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Donation to Forest Hill Public School
YES! We at North Toronto eye care want to make wishes come true at Forest Hill Public School. We have pledged a platinum level donation to the “FHPS EDUCATION FUND” in support of A New School Sign The Music Program A Covered Awning For Events Additional Wishes including Math/Science materials, Media Literacy Resources, Scientists in…
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Sponsorship of the 1997 Minor Bantam Forest Hill Select Hockey Team
We are pleased to announce our sponsorship of the 1997 Minor Bantam Forest Hill Select Hockey team for the upcoming season. Our support will certainly help the team’s goals of providing a safe, affordable and successful hockey program for our young players.
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How can you tell that your child needs glasses?
Usually children are not likely to require glasses. There is a small percentage of children that may need to wear a pair. How do you know if your child needs glasses? Take a look at this article; it outlines some of the signs that many be present if your child needs glasses. http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/817896/How-can-you-tell-if-your-child-needs-glasses
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Laser Pointer “Toys” Can Cause Serious Eye Injury
We recently came across this artical on the Medical News Today website and thought about the scary potential that this has to harm the vision of unknown people. Take a look at this article: http://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/200685.php If people can purchase military grade lasers that is just a scary thought, especially if a child has this ability. Lasers…
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NTEC 1 week post-op data with ReSTOR lens
What kind of vision would a patient who has a ReSTOR lens implanted expect?… A small retrospective study was performed on 28 cataract patients who had a ReSTOR lens implanted at NTEC with in the last several months. During the patients 1 week post-operative visit, 89% of patients reviewed had a vision of 20/40 or better….
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CNIB an Excellent Source for Vision Loss Information
CNIB is an excellent source of information to support those with vision loss. If yourself, family or friends are experiencing life with vision deficits, www.CNIB.ca contains many helpful services, prevention tips and research to help those in need.
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High-Sodium Surprises on eMedicineHealth.com
Good eye health starts with good general health. Take a look at this interesting slide-show about high sodium foods. http://www.emedicinehealth.com/slideshow_salt_shockers_-_high-sodium_surprises/article_em.htm
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Welcome to my blog!
Within this regularly updated feature of my website, I will provide visitors with practice news and specials, as well as information regarding the most recent technological advances and new treatments in Ophthalmology. I believe that patient education and open communication with your doctor are the keys to achieving healthy, fully functional results and patient satisfaction,…
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Lucentis Treatment
~ for wet age-related macular degeneration (wet AMD) Wet AMD is a chronic condition for which there is no cure. But with Lucentis, a medication that is injected into the eye, it can be managed and help you to maintain or improve your vision and enjoy a good quality of life for longer.
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